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OPINION: For years, the ironically named Dr Mike Joy has used his position at Victoria University to wage an activist-style…
Fonterra chief executive Miles Hurrell used his first overseas trip in nearly two years to meet UK farming leaders and allay their fears around the looming free trade agreement (FTA).
A webinar on transitioning to a more sustainable agricultural model in the face of climate change has been organised on December 8.
A record $9/kgMS milk price is becoming a real prospect – but rising costs will slash profit margins.
The Commerce Commission has provisionally authorised New Zealand Tegel Growers Association Incorporated (TGA) to collectively negotiate on behalf of its members the terms and conditions of its members’ supply of chicken growing services to Tegel Foods Limited (Tegel).
Red meat prices are continuing their golden run on the back of tight global supply.
Farmers affected by Mycoplasma bovis are cautiously welcoming a report that the eradication programme is approaching a successful conclusion.
"Robust discussions" are expected when farmers gather early next year to discuss alternatives to the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).
Fonterra's balance sheet took an $880 million hit from its ill-fated China Farms and Beingmate investments.
Research on regenerative agriculture in New Zealand might benefit some regions more than others, claims a new report.
The monthly value of goods exports in October 2021 rose $552 million (12%) from October 2020, to $5.3 billion, according to Statistics NZ.
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Halal-certified red meat exports increased 13% during the 2020-21 season with most products going to non-Muslim markets, according to an analysis by the Meat Industry Association (MIA).
According to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), without proper preparation unpredictable shocks will continue to undermine agrifood systems.
Two emissions pricing options for farmers, as alternatives to being included in the Government’s emissions trading scheme (ETS) have been released for discussion.
Alliance Group has announced an operating profit of $41.9 million before tax and distributions for the year ending 30 September 2021.
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